Prescription medications play a vital role in the modern healthcare system, but their misuse can lead to serious legal consequences. In the Sunshine State, where combating prescription drug abuse is a top priority, the laws surrounding these substances are strict....
Drug Crimes
An alternative to trial for those facing Florida drug charges
Allegations that someone has violated controlled substance laws can lead to major criminal consequences. Illegal possession or intentional abuse of either prescription drugs or prohibited substances is a crime in Florida. Many people think that the best option is to...
Why injuries, surgeries and illnesses may lead to drug charges
Drug charges are among the most common criminal infractions that occur. Frequently, people assume that those accused of drug offenses are hardened criminals. However, substance abuse issues do not just involve those who openly flout the law. Plenty of upstanding...
What should you know about cocaine charges in Florida?
In Florida, cocaine-related offenses are taken very seriously. The state imposes strict laws and penalties to combat the use and distribution of this controlled substance. Cocaine charges can range from possession to trafficking, each carrying its own set of legal...
How a traffic stop could lead to prescription drug charges
There are dozens of laws in Florida and at the federal level that aim to reduce the proliferation of dangerous drugs and deter drug abuse. Unfortunately, the desire to prevent people from illegally using or distributing medication sometimes means that innocent people...
Giving away leftover prescription pills can lead to drug charges
Doctors have to estimate how much medication to give someone. With the exception of certain drugs that require a specific dose for a set amount of time, like antibiotics, the need for medication often depends on someone's physical response to treatment and the...
3 mundane practices that can lead to Florida drug charges
Possessing, using, manufacturing and selling certain substances are all against the law. Engaging in these activities with any controlled or prohibited substance violates Florida state law and federal law. Individuals engaged in the drug trade or struggling with...
Does jail time help with addiction?
Many people who are arrested on drug charges are actually just addicted to those drugs. For instance, there are many stories about people using painkillers to treat authentic ailments and then becoming addicted to them over time. This could happen, for example, with...
Will Florida legalize testing tools that prevent drug deaths?
Drug paraphernalia laws in states across the country – including Florida – are typically very broad. They often include items that are used to test substances. Florida law regarding paraphernalia includes “testing equipment used, intended for use, or designed for use...
The distinction between drug distribution and trafficking
The criminal justice system in America has many moving parts. Often, this can lead to confusion over the specifics of criminal offenses. A prime example of this lies with the distinction between drug distribution and trafficking. Understanding the difference between...